Unraveled facts surrounding the suspected incident of a Colorado dentist contaminating his wife's protein drinks
Former Colorado Dentist James Craig's Murder Trial: A Timeline of Suspicious Events
James Craig, a former Colorado dentist, is currently standing trial for the murder of his wife, Angela Craig. The following is a timeline of events leading up to the trial, highlighting suspicious actions and critical moments.
February-March 2023: - Angela Craig suffered several bouts of severe illness, with doctors initially unable to determine the cause. She was eventually diagnosed with lethal doses of cyanide and tetrahydrozoline (an eyedrop decongestant) in her workout smoothies, which James Craig allegedly poisoned.
Late February 2023: - James Craig conducted suspicious internet searches, including "How many grams of pure arsenic will kill a human?" and "Is arsenic detectable in autopsy?" on February 27, 2023.
March 4, 2023: - Arsenic was purchased online and delivered to the Craig residence.
March 6, 2023: - Angela Craig was hospitalised for the first time. James Craig allegedly purchased Oleandrin, a toxic chemical, which law enforcement intercepted to prevent delivery.
March 9, 2023: - Prosecutors believe James Craig purchased cyanide, claiming it was for work-related scientific purposes. The cyanide was delivered to his dental office on March 13, 2023.
March 10-11, 2023: - James Craig contacted Midland Scientific inquiring about the potassium cyanide shipment.
March 13, 2023: - The potassium cyanide was delivered to James Craig's office. He also received an order acknowledgement from Midland Scientific.
March 14, 2023: - A sample of Angela Craig's blood taken at 11:24 a.m. showed a high and toxic level of arsenic. Angela Craig started searching online for the possible causes of her symptoms within an hour of returning home. A blood sample taken from her at 8:21 p.m. showed an even higher level of cyanide than in the morning blood sample.
March 15, 2023: - Angela Craig was essentially brain-dead.
March 16, 2023: - Karin Cain, a Texas dentist, visited Denver.
March 19, 2023: - James Craig was arrested on charges related to the poisoning of his wife.
June 28, 2023: - Bond was set at $10 million for James Craig.
October 2023: - James Craig pleaded not guilty to all charges, which include first-degree murder and multiple counts of solicitation to commit tampering with evidence, perjury, and first-degree murder.
July 15, 2025: - James Craig’s trial began in Arapahoe County, Colorado.
During the trial, testimony has included accounts of James Craig's odd behavior, evidence from text messages, search histories, and expert testimony about the poisoning. Additionally, prosecutors allege that after his arrest, James Craig attempted to hire someone to kill witnesses, adding more charges while in jail.
This timeline encapsulates critical events from early suspicious actions by James Craig through his arrest and subsequent trial starting over two years later.
- James Craig's trial, filled with accounts of his suspicious behavior, is currently underway in Arapahoe County, Colorado, for the alleged murder of his wife, Angela Craig.
- Prior to the murder, Angela Craig suffered from medical-conditions, including chronic diseases such as cyanide and tetrahydrozoline poisoning in February-March 2023.
- In the realm of science, James Craig is said to have purchased various harmful substances, like cyanide and arsenic, that are often associated with chronic diseases and cance.
- The trial also includes evidence of James Craig's alleged criminal acts, such as attempted witness intimidation, perjury, and tampering with evidence, under the category of crime-and-justice.
